Best Steve Forbes Podcasts (2025)

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Spotlight: Why The Federal Reserve Must Be Hit By The Intellectual Equivalent Of A B-2 Bomber 4:40

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7d ago4:40

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Steve Forbes calls out the Federal Reserve for its refusal to reduce interest rates due to its animus against President Trump, who attacks Chair Jerome Powell routinely—and explains why DOGE-like massive reforms are required to put the central bank back on course. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at http…

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Episode 38: Our Latest Fight 33:27

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We got in a fight and it felt real familiar to a fight that landed us in counseling a few years ago, so we decided to break it down and talk about it. If you find yourself having the same fight over and over, this episode can help. Send us a text Looking to connect with Carl and Heather? Start here... www.carlandheather.com @carlcartee @heather.car…

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108: Bold Predictions on the Future Value of Gold, Silver and Bitcoin with Robert Kiyosaki 37:19

8d ago37:19

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As the national debt spirals out of control and trust in fiat currency dwindles, Americans are waking up to the reality that the financial system is built on unsustainable promises. With inflation rising and the U.S. dollar’s purchasing power shrinking, retirees and investors are seeking solutions that offer lasting value, peace of mind, and protec…

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Spotlight: The Federal Reserve Suffers A Fatal Conceit And Our Economy Is Paying The Price 3:51

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Steve Forbes shares his unvarnished reaction to the Federal Reserve's continued refusal to cut interest rates due to its absurd belief in the patently false premise that to control inflation, it must deliberately try to stimulate or depress economic activity. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://a…

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Spotlight: A Simple Recipe For A More Peaceful World: Help Israel Fight Iran And Sufficiently Arm Ukraine 3:48

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Steve Forbes explains that in this extremely precarious geopolitical situation, President Trump must stay firm by backing Israel against Iran and Ukraine against Russia. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Episode 37: Built To Last w/ Marty and Lora Schwieterman 37:55

14d ago37:55

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After four decades of marriage, Marty and Lora Schweiterman still look at each other like newlyweds—but with a whole lot more wisdom. In this episode, they share time-tested habits, spiritual rhythms, and intentional choices that help you build a marriage that is built to last. Send us a text Looking to connect with Carl and Heather? Start here... …

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Spotlight: This Is Why The Congressional Budget Office Should Be Abolished Or At Least Substantially Reformed 4:57

20d ago4:57

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Steve Forbes makes the case to abolish or at least substantially reform the Congressional Budget Office, calling out the agency's consistent patterns of error that have consistently misled policymakers and thrown a wet blanket on economy-boosting tax cuts. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art1…

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Episode 36: Grief and Grace, Finding the Gospel in Tragedy w/ Jill Forbes 36:15

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Our friend Jill Forbes joins the podcast this week and tells her story of suddenly losing her spouse Heath to a heart attack at 47. She shares openly with us about trying to hold the hope of the Gospel in one of the hardest seasons of life. Send us a text Looking to connect with Carl and Heather? Start here... www.carlandheather.com @carlcartee @he…

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S2E9 - Joyce Idoniboye: Joyce's Journey, Authenticity, Power of a Diverse Team 24:30

23d ago24:30

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Season 2, Episode 9 of the Modern Leader Podcast with Joyce Idoniboye is now live. In this episode, we dive into Joyce’s inspiring journey as a leader, the importance of staying authentic, and the power of a diverse team — along with the vital role a leader plays in building and empowering it. Hosted by Brook Line, Series 2 of the Modern Leader Pod…

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Spotlight: This Is Why Trump Is Completely Right In Pushing To Privatize Fannie Mae And Freddie Mac 1:34

27d ago1:34

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Steve Forbes makes the case for privatizing Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, a move that has just been proposed by President Trump. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Spotlight: Memo To The Senate: Remove The Nasty New Tax In The Big Beautiful Bill Passed In The House 3:10

28d ago3:10

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Steve Forbes warns the U.S. Senate to remove the "Revenge Tax," an onerous markets-focused levy that would end up as Section 899 of the Federal Tax Code, from the Big Beautiful Bill currently being considered. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.…

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Episode 35: Empathy In Action w/ Ben & Janet Burns 37:40

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Marriage and family experts Ben and Janet Burns join us this week to talk about how to put empathy into action. Understanding each other on an emotional level can accelerate our connection and help us move towards purpose together! Send us a text Looking to connect with Carl and Heather? Start here... www.carlandheather.com @carlcartee @heather.car…

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Spotlight: Think The Trade War Is Bad Now? A Law From Decades Ago Could Make Things Even Worse 4:41

1M ago4:41

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Steve Forbes explains that the trade war could get even worse if President Trump invokes a barely-known section of the Smoot-Hawley Tariff Act, which might obviate even the toughest court decisions blocking his hardline tariffs. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my…

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Episode 34: Intentional Connection w/ Steve and Amber Alverson 39:15

1M ago39:15

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In this episode we talk with our friends Steve and Amber Alverson, an incredible couple working hard to stay connected to each other through busy schedules and 4 small kids. Here is a link to find a ReEngage in your area...this is one of the things Steve and Amber attribute to helping their marriage grow: https://www.reengage.org/locations Here is …

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Spotlight: A New Tax Being Pushed By Republicans Should Be Sent To The Dumpster 3:16

1M ago3:16

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Steve Forbes explains why a new 3.5% levy on remittances in congressional Republicans' "Big Beautiful Bill" should be scrapped immediately—or we will see a sharp uptick in money laundering. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.…

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Spotlight: Is Putin About To Win The Ukraine War By Default? 4:05

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Steve Forbes explains how U.S. fecklessness could allow Vladimir Putin to pull off a victory in Ukraine—and warns that a successful act of aggression by Russia will only embolden China's expansionist aims. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.…

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Spotlight: Can A 50-Year-Old Napkin Save The Economy Again? 4:34

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Steve Forbes urges President Trump and his team to go back to following the Laffer Curve, economist Art Laffer's economic formula which fueled the American comeback of the 1980s and 1990s, in order to unleash today's economy and make a brighter future. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.co…

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Episode 33: When You Feel Like Giving Up 32:23

1M ago32:23

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In this episode we encourage people to tap the breaks before throwing in the towel on their marriage. Just because it's seems dead does not mean it's over. Don't throw in the towel yet. Send us a text Looking to connect with Carl and Heather? Start here... www.carlandheather.com @carlcartee @heather.cartee…

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107: Exploring America’s Health Crisis, the MAHA Movement and Restoring Transparency & Trust with Dr. Ben Carson 39:25

1M ago39:25

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In a world where chronic illness is skyrocketing and faith in the healthcare system is fading, Americans are searching for ways to improve their physical and mental health without sacrificing their financial freedom. In today's episode, Dr. Ben Carson returns to the podcast to discuss some of the most pressing health and policy issues facing the co…

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Spotlight: Here's Why The Courts Might Kill President Trump's Tariffs 3:58

2M ago3:58

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Steve Forbes explains how lawsuits against President Trump's tariffs will probably end up in the Supreme Court—and if modern history is instructive, the nation's highest court might end them sooner than anyone thinks. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.…

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Spotlight: The Trump-Engineered India And Pakistan Ceasefire Demonstrates Why The U.S. Must Not Go Isolationist 4:43

2M ago4:43

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Steve Forbes explains how the nearly catastrophic escalation in the conflict between India and Pakistan—thankfully averted due to a ceasefire engineered by the Trump Administration—demonstrates why the world is safer when the U.S. does not bend toward isolationism. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at htt…

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Spotlight: President Trump Is Visiting The Mideast—Why Is He Ignoring Israel? 4:10

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As President Trump visits the Middle East, Steve Forbes urges his administration not to cool relations with Israel, and to green light an assault on all of Iran's nuclear facilities as soon as possible in order to bring about a more stable world. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/priv…

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Episode 32: Held Through Heartbreak w/ Daniel and Jamie Heard 52:34

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This week we talk about loss, grief and healing with Daniel and Jamie Heard. The Heards share the story of losing their young son William in a choking accident and how it's brought them to the depths of despair and understanding that our pain can be our place of greatest impact. Daniel and Jamie lead Faithfully Restored, a ministry that through hop…

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106: Tariffs, Trade Wars and Tax Cuts: An Economist’s View of the Global Economy with Dr. Arthur Laffer 58:27

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One of the biggest issues on every American’s mind is the impact of a global trade war and how trade policies and tariffs will impact their financial future—and rightfully so. Shifting economic alliances can have far-reaching effects on markets, inflation, and long-term investment strategies and we couldn’t be more thrilled to welcome today’s guest…

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Spotlight: Here's What The Federal Reserve Must Do To Help Our Vulnerable Economy 4:20

2M ago4:20

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Steve Forbes offers some much-needed advice to Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell and the Board of Governors to bring some stability to the U.S. economy, including issuing some bonds backed by gold and ditching a lavish revamp of its Washington headquarters. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://a…

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Episode 31: Sex Talk 30:15

2M ago30:15

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In this episode, we dive into the importance of having real, meaningful conversations about sex in marriage. We’ll share why honest conversations about your desires, needs, and fears can lead to a stronger bond and a more fulfilling sex life. If you’ve ever struggled to find the words, this episode will help you start the conversation that could ch…

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Spotlight: Why President Trump's Second 100 Days Will Define His Presidency 4:25

2M ago4:25

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Steve Forbes explains why President Trump's second 100 days will ultimately define his presidency, hinging on how painful the impact of tariffs will be felt, whether Republicans will pass their "one big beautiful bill," and how an increasingly volatile geopolitics will either get better or worse. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and …

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105: Do You Really Need a Financial Advisor? Why Expert Advice Matters 22:39

2M ago22:39

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With today’s economic uncertainty—from inflation and interest rates to tax code changes and volatile markets—many people ask, “Can I afford to go it alone?” In this episode, Ed and LeAnne Siddell tackle the never-ending question, “Do I really need a financial advisor?” Ed draws from personal experience and decades of financial coaching to explore t…

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Episode 30: Your Communication Fix 35:10

2M ago35:10

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Struggling to communicate with your spouse? You’re not alone — but you don’t have to stay stuck. In this episode we’re breaking down how to fix broken communication, listen to truly understand, and speak with clarity that actually connects. This conversation is full of practical wisdom and real-life insight to help you talk with each other — not ju…

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Spotlight: The Dreadful Deal The U.S. Is Pushing On Ukraine Is Dire News For The Free World 4:13

2M ago4:13

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Steve Forbes explains why the Trump Administration's proposed peace plan to end the Russia-Ukraine War would constitute a big win for Vladimir Putin and only make the world more dangerous. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.…

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Spotlight: This Is Why The New U.S. Talks With Iran Are A Very Dangerous Undertaking 3:35

2M ago3:35

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Steve Forbes explains why the Trump Administration needs to remember that the mullahs cannot be trusted as it undertakes new U.S.-Iran nuclear talks—and why if the Iranians actually figure how to get out an upper hand, Israel will ultimately take action to prevent Iran from getting a nuclear bomb. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and…

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Episode 29: Marriage and Alcoholism Part 2 with Myles and Carrie Murphy 29:03

2M ago29:03

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In the conclusion of their story, Myles and Carrie Murphy share what life looks like on the other side of addiction—where healing comes through engaging the Spirit, trust is rebuilt, and God's grace writes a new chapter. Here is the message that Myles references from Pastor John Piper about Romans 8 that helped him engage the Spirit in a way that l…

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Spotlight: Medicaid Is The Most Expensive And Inefficient Health Insurance Plan—What Can The GOP Do To Fix It? 4:55

2M ago4:55

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Steve Forbes discusses the massive expenses and inefficiencies within Medicaid that are costing the U.S. taxpayer enormously, and advises the GOP to take this generational opportunity to employ some much-needed, but politically difficult, fixes. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/priva…

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Spotlight: This Is Why Trade Deficits And Surpluses Are Meaningless Statistical Data Points Signifying Nothing 4:56

3M ago4:56

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Steve Forbes explains why focusing on trade deficits and surpluses completely ignores the key questions of economic health—and why the focus on that could lead to serious and avoidable economic turbulence. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.…

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Episode 28: Marriage and Alcoholism Part 1 with Myles & Carrie Murphy 32:23

3M ago32:23

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In this powerful and vulnerable conversation, Myles and Carrie Murphy share their journey through the dark valley of addiction—and the miraculous deliverance that changed everything. Myles opens up about his battle with alcoholism and the toll it took on their marriage. Carrie shares what it was like to walk through those years beside him, praying,…

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Spotlight: How Much Longer Should We Subsidize Drug Prices For Other Countries? 3:49

3M ago3:49

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Steve Forbes calls out the unfair trade practices that sees U.S. citizens subsidizing the pharmaceutical bills of other countries—and lays out the desperately needed reforms to make things right. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.…

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Spotlight: It's A True Emergency—Our Navy Is Falling Dangerously Behind China's 4:16

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Steve Forbes warns of China's relentlessly increasing power on the sea, and explains why and how the U.S. must get serious about rapidly ramping up naval shipbuilding. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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104: Tariffs and Market Volatility: Short-Term Pain for Long-Term Gain 24:07

3M ago24:07

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With the most recent developments on reciprocal tariffs and huge losses in the stock markets, the concerns are reaching a tipping point for Americans about what this means for their portfolio, retirement, and purchasing power. In this episode, Ed and LeAnne Siddell take a smooth and steady approach to break down the economic realities behind tariff…

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Spotlight: Will The Tariff Shock Send Us Into Recession Here And Overseas? 4:48

3M ago4:48

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Steve Forbes warns that the longer President Trump's tariffs stay in place, the longer will be the recovery time and the probability of a severe economic downturn—and urges the President to offer a 90-day delay to any nation willing to negotiate a deal. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.c…

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Episode 27: Unforgiveness 33:36

3M ago33:36

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This episode offers help for those struggling to forgive the things they can't forget. Send us a text Looking to connect with Carl and Heather? Start here... www.carlandheather.com @carlcartee @heather.carteeBy Carl and Heather Cartee

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Spotlight: Here's What Must Be Done Now In The Aftermath Of The Tariff Shock 3:44

3M ago3:44

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Steve Forbes details the most important immediate steps the U.S. must take after President Trump's tariff rollout and the massive aftershock that continues to roil the domestic and global economy. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.…

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Spotlight: Trump's New Executive Order Will Shake Federal Workforce To Its Core And Enormously Help The Country 4:12

3M ago4:12

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Steve Forbes praises a new executive order from President Trump that ends collective bargaining for most federal employees, and urges Congress to pass the Federal Workforce Freedom Act to lock in Trump's action. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.…

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Spotlight: Can Senate Republicans Save President Trump's Tax Cuts? 4:00

3M ago4:00

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Steve Forbes warns that the GOP tax legislation, crucial to bolstering and improving the U.S. economy, is in deep peril—and explains how Senate Republicans can pull it back from the brink. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.…

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Episode 26: Logging Off, To Tune In: Do You Need A Screen Fast? 32:07

3M ago32:07

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In this episode we talk about our month-long fast from social media and screens in the month of March. It dramatically helped us reconnect to our family and each other. It might be something you didn't know you need. It was for us! Send us a text Looking to connect with Carl and Heather? Start here... www.carlandheather.com @carlcartee @heather.car…

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Spotlight: President Trump Is Right—We Should Junk The Debt Limit 3:14

3M ago3:14

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Steve Forbes explains why President Trump is right to say it's time to get rid of the debt limit—and all the political drama and economic turmoil that comes with it—once and for all. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.…

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Spotlight: Parents Across The Country Should Be Warned About Illinois's New Education Scheme 4:24

3M ago4:24

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Steve Forbes warns that Illinois's government has set its sights on homeschooling and unveiled new efforts to regulate and probe the educational decisions of parents—with penalties that could even lead to jail time. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.…

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Episode 25: Marriage Advice Heather's Friends 33:33

3M ago33:33

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In this episode we asked Heather's friends for their best marriage advice. Here's what they said. Send us a text Looking to connect with Carl and Heather? Start here... www.carlandheather.com @carlcartee @heather.carteeBy Carl and Heather Cartee

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Spotlight: Warning To Trump Administration—Do Not Dismantle Voice Of America 4:12

3M ago4:12

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Steve Forbes explains why the Trump Administration must not end Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty and the Voice of America networks and thus surrender the U.S.'s crucial place in the global battle of ideas. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.…

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Spotlight: Gold Has Hit $3,000 An Ounce—And The Fed Has No Clue The Trouble This Spells For The Economy 3:51

3M ago3:51

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Steve Forbes explains why the high price of gold signals higher inflation to come—and warns that the Federal Reserve has no clue how to read these troubling signs. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Spotlight: Why Trump's Goal Of Annexing Canada Would Actually Lead To The Canadian Takeover Of The U.S. 3:54

3M ago3:54

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Steve Forbes explains why the U.S. "taking over" Canada would effectively lead to the reverse, resulting in the ultimate geopolitical self-own. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.